Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open education experiments. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Instructional Design